From Soup to Soufflé: 15 Broccoli Recipes

Vitamin-rich broccoli is good for more than just a steamed side dish, crudités platter, or casserole stuffer. These 15 recipes make broccoli the star of everything from soup, slaw, and salad to crêpes, gratin, and pasta.

A picnic favorite, this salad combines broccoli, water chestnuts, cranberries, and just a little bacon for delicious results. Our version has plenty of creaminess without all the fat. Make it once and it will become a regular on your backyard barbecue menu.

Broccoli and red peppers brighten up and add flavor to this Swiss potato dish. When making this deliciously cheesy version, be sure to let the peeled and shredded potatoes sit in a bowl of water, if not preparing them right away, to prevent discoloration.

Balsamic vinegar adds a hint of sweetness to this savory sauce of broccoli, tomatoes, and stock. If the slight sweet-and-sour effect isn't to your taste, either omit the vinegar completely or use wine vinegar instead.

This elegant broccoli and goat cheese soufflé will wow your family and friends. Soufflés are surprisingly easy to make  the only trick is getting them on the table before they deflate. Serve with a tomato-and-fennel salad and for dessert, fresh strawberries drizzled with balsamic vinegar.

There's a time and a place for thin crust. But when you're craving something extra, super gooey, cheesy, doughy, and just plain hearty, there's nothing more satisfying than one of these deep dish pizzas.